One of the songs that prompted reviewers to believe that Thom had some serious personal problems, "Bullet Proof" actually has a more universal meaning, which invites the listener's personal interpretations. This is truly one of the best songs in the band's roster, and one of Thom's own favourites.

The instrumentation was created by Jonny and Ed; they recorded their guitar noises without listening to other layers of the cut. These guitar sound tracks were then put together and mixed with the rest of the song. An acoustic version, also released on the second part of Fake Plastic Trees, is every bit as delicate and gorgeous as The Bends version. The song was debuted in France in 1993 with different lyrics.

It's slow, and drifty. And the lyrics can come off as quite depressing if you look at them a certain way. But, no matter which way you listen to this song, it is very beautiful.